The Joneses didn't migrate across the country to make many wines from mainstream grapes, and this is one of the few that fits in that category. In the hands of winemaker Andrew Wenzl, this is a classic Merlot made in the Northwest style. He brought in grapes from the estate Fault Line Vineyards, as well as two locations in the Rogue Valley. This enchanting wine opens with … [Read more...] about Abacela 2009 Merlot, Southern Oregon, $20
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H/H Estates 2010 Coyote Canyon Vineyard Michael Andrews Reserve Red, Horse Heaven Hills, $35
Owner Mike Andrews has become entranced in recent years with Spanish varieties, which he has planted along with 24 other varieties at his estate vineyard just eight miles north of the Columbia River. This blend includes 56% Tempranillo and 43% Graciano, and it is superb, with aromas of blueberry, crushed leaf, sarsaparilla and clove. On the palate, it shows off flavors of … [Read more...] about H/H Estates 2010 Coyote Canyon Vineyard Michael Andrews Reserve Red, Horse Heaven Hills, $35
Pine & Post Winery NV Riesling, Washington, $8
Best Buy! It's not unusual for this bargain brand to release non-vintage wines, and this Riesling doesn't carry much residual sugar (2%). The nose hints at Asian pear, baked apple dumpling, bubble gum and candy corn. On the attack, there's more candy corn up front, a sign of the Chenin Blanc (15%), then the acidity really picks up. Flavors of lemon/lime, apricot pit and … [Read more...] about Pine & Post Winery NV Riesling, Washington, $8
Woodinville Wine Country adds Reserve event for high-scoring wines, small lots
WOODINVILLE, Wash. — Woodinville Wine Country has developed a new event featuring high-scoring wines and small lots called Woodinville RESERVE, which will be held April 12 at Columbia Winery. The event runs 7-9:30 p.m., and the cost to attend is $75. However, for a fee of $125, a RESERVE guest also will receive a two-day ticket to the popular Passport to Woodinville weekend … [Read more...] about Woodinville Wine Country adds Reserve event for high-scoring wines, small lots
W.B. Bridgman Cellars 2011 Riesling, Columbia Valley, $11
Best Buy! William Bridgman first planted wine grapes in Washington's Yakima Valley back in 1917, and Precept's team created a wine from Airfield, Canyon Ranch, Oasis and Snipes vineyards that could be confused for some of the top Rieslings from British Columbia. An amazing array of aromatics say 'Drink me' and include passion fruit, lychee, dragon fruit, peaches, apricots and … [Read more...] about W.B. Bridgman Cellars 2011 Riesling, Columbia Valley, $11